MEMPHIS, Tennessee — With record-high gas prices, AutoZone, the nation’s leading auto parts retailer, says this is a great time to make sure consumers are getting the most out of every tank. And, with April being National Car Care Month, it is a great time for a spring tune-up to help you do just that. These money-saving tips from AutoZone ... Read More »

Even the with Jiffy Lube, Grease Monkey and other companies offering quick oil changes, the American Petroleum Institute says, over 50-percent of us still change our own oil. Do-it-yourselfers generate about 150 millions gallons of used motor oil each year. Many dispose of the used oil properly; unfortunately, too many don’t. Though illegal in many communities, used motor is poured ... Read More »

AKRON, Ohio – U.S. motorists may be wasting more than $10.3 billion at the gas pump annually, because they spend too little time at the air pump, according to Dunlop tire officials. According to statistics from Dunlop engineering, tires under-inflated by only 4 to 5 pounds per square inch cause a vehicle to gulp – and waste – an extra ... Read More »

You turn the ignition key and you get that dreaded clicking sound. Or maybe after a few seconds of cranking, without starting, the starter runs very sluggishly. In either case, you now have a starting system problem. A couple of cautions when experiencing starting system problems. You can damage a starter by continuous cranking because the starter heats up very ... Read More »

A good answer to a common problem with car starters. Read More »

There are meaningful differences in motor oils and choosing the right one can have a major impact on how well your car runs. Selecting the right oil is often the quickest and cheapest way to improve your car's performance and reliability.   Read More »

With gas prices exceeding two dollars a gallon in many parts of the country, the Car Care Council is offering gas-saving maintenance and driving tips that really work. Millions of dollars worth of gasoline is wasted every day by motorists, because simple and inexpensive vehicle maintenance is neglected. Loose or missing gas caps, under-inflated tires, worn spark plugs and dirty ... Read More »

The California Association of Four Wheel Drive Clubs Conservation & Education Foundation Used Oil Recycling Program is reaching out to four-wheelers throughout the Golden State and Nevada. Read More »

While the average car owner spends a great deal of time and money on her automobile purchase, many don't take the time to learn how to properly care for their investment. Read More »

I went to buy a couple gallons of engine coolant and found a confusing number of products on the shelf. Which is the the best for your engine? Can various types be mixed? And what about recycled coolants? Read More »